ABOUT THIS COURSE
Is the course approved?
Yes, the course is approved by the Tennessee
Board of Dentistry. It is considered a basic education course.
Therefore you do not receive continuing education credit unless you are
already certified to monitor nitrous oxide analgesia.
What is the difference between a basic
education course and continuing education? A
basic education course certifies you to perform duties delegated to
you by the practice act. Continuing education enhances the
performance of what you are already allowed to do.
Who is eligible?
Applicants must be a registered dental assistant
in the State of Tennessee.
Where is the course held? See
the registration page for the location of the course.
Who are the
instructors? The principle clinical
instructor is Dr. William Johnson.
When is the course offered?
There are several dates to choose from. Go
to "register" at the top of the page to see the dates.
How much does it cost?
$125
When do I have to Pay?
Please pay within 10 days after registering so we can hold your place
in the class. Sorry, if payment is not received, we will have to
offer the course to someone else.
What is your refund policy?
You will receive a full refund (minus a $25
processing fee) if you cancel at least 14 days before the course.
If you cancel less than 14 days before the course, you will receive a
50% refund.
How
do I register for the course? Simply go to the
registration page.
Do I have to take a test afterwards?
There is a written test taken the day
you take the course. If you pass, you will be issued a new
certificate from the Board of Dentistry with monitoring of
nitrous oxide certification added to your license. Once you receive
the certificate, you will be authorized to
immediately begin begin monitoring patients receiving nitrous
oxide/sedation.
Do I have to contact the Board of
Dentistry afterwards? No, we
will take care of that. The Board of Dentistry will issue
you a and monitoring certificate in 2 to 4 weeks after the course is
taken.
Do I need to bring anything to the course?
No, everything will be provided.
What will I learn?
After completing this course, you
will be able to;
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Adhere to Tennessee laws that pertain to nitrous oxide administration and
monitoring,
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Compare
the physiological to the psychological aspects of pain,
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Describe
the organization and function of the respiratory system,
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Describe
the condition of a patient in each of the four stages of anesthesia,
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Recognize
the signs and symptoms of light, moderate, and deep analgesia,
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Evaluate
the settings on the equipment used to administer nitrous oxide,
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Discuss
the physical and chemical properties of nitrous oxide,
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List
the possible side effects of nitrous oxide analgesia,
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Recognize signs that a patient is experiencing an
adverse reaction to nitrous oxide,
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Describe
the procedure of induction and termination of nitrous oxide analgesia,
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Identify
risks and potential hazards of long term exposure to nitrous oxide,
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Outline
methods of reducing unnecessary exposure to nitrous oxide by dental staff,
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List
the indications and contraindications for nitrous oxide analgesia.
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